At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none' is nolonger a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives ofthose around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you'rehungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.
Translation Imaging Lead m/f/d
At Bayer, we are dedicated to advancing oncology research through innovative imaging strategies. As a Translational Imaging Lead, you will independently drive the strategic guidance for biomarker imaging across one or more programs, focusing on drug development deliverables. Your role will ensure the use of appropriate imaging techniques from early clinical through registration phases, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance drug development, particularly in radioligand therapies.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive the development of strategic guidance for biomarker imaging, ensuring oncology programs utilize appropriate imaging techniques throughout the drug development process.
- Advise on the use of imaging biomarkers and techniques in clinical trials, focusing on radiopharmaceuticals in collaboration with Radiology and external imaging CROs.
- Participate in Program Teams, providing oncology expertise to develop translation and imaging strategies.
- Direct the global oncology Radiomics approach, providing expertise and leadership across the portfolio.
- Coordinate all aspects of imaging delivery in synchronization with the drug R&D process, informed by a deep understanding of clinical development in oncology and state-of-the-art imaging strategies.
- Develop imaging tools to measure drug response/effectiveness through internal and external collaborations.
- Ensure regulatory compliance of imaging activities and drive qualification processes.
- Evaluate, interpret, and present results from imaging analyses to support decision-making.
- Identify new collaboration opportunities and manage relationships with partners to drive imaging excellence.
- Contribute to self-empowered matrix teams, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation, and promoting a high-performance environment.
WHO YOU ARE
- Medical doctor (MD or MD/PhD) or imaging scientist (PhD) trained in radiology, nuclear medicine, imaging physics, or image analysis with a minimum of 7 years industry experience, or a master's degree with 9 years, or a bachelor's degree with 11 years of industry experience.
- Proven track record in research and/or development with a focus on radiopharmaceuticals and oncology applications.
- Experience with clinical and preclinical imaging in oncology drug development, including PET, SPECT, CT, bioluminescence, and MRI.
- Thorough understanding of imaging and clinical development in oncology, including regulatory frameworks for biomarkers.
- Outstanding scientific reputation with multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and a strong network in the academic and clinical community of imaging specialties.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in English.